I am an undergraduate student currently researching the disabled in NYC workplaces and I want to hear YOUR stories. Specifically, I'm looking into the case of the Office Machine Aides who were laid off from the NYC Department of Finance in May 2011. Were you involved in this case or know anyone who was? Have you had a workplace experience that you want to share? I would love to hear from you! If you would rather not discuss this in a public forum, please post a response below with a way that I can contact you directly and I'll get in touch with you shortly.

If you have questions about my project, please let me know. Thank you in advance!

I have a follow-up question: are you familiar with section 55A of the New York State Civil Service Law? Are you, or is someone you know, employed through 55A? What has been YOUR experience with 55A, good, bad, or neutral. Do you have particular opinions regarding the program? Any thoughts would be appreciated! Thanks!